Putin says Europe out of step with an increasingly Moscow-friendly U.S.

Ordinary Russians got the chance to question their leader at his year-end call-in show, with queries focused on an end to the Ukraine war and boosting the economy.

Live updates: Vladimir Putin tells NBC News the ball is in Ukraine's court to end the war and signals no new compromise

Follow live updates from NBC News as Russian President Vladimir Putin speaks at his annual year-end news conference on Ukraine, peace, war and Trump.

Rogue texts, aliens and a marriage proposal - welcome to Vladimir Putin's phone-in

President Vladimir Putin's epic annual press conference on Friday was punctuated by bizarre moments and occasional barbs from ordinary Russians venting their frustration via unfiltered text messages.

Putin claims 'troops are advancing,' will achieve goals as EU approves massive Ukraine loan

As the war between Russia and Ukraine persists, Russian President Vladimir Putin said his nation's "troops are advancing," The Associated Press reported.

Putin says he's ready to continue war with Ukraine in annual address

Russian President Vladimir Putin said he was determined to continue the war in Ukraine until his conditions are met, including Ukrainian territory.

Putin Rallies Support for War in Ukraine During Annual Call-In

The tightly-choreographed back and forth between the Russian president and average citizens comes as talks continue on finding a path to end the conflict.

Vladimir Putin admits 'I'm in LOVE' in possible first ever nod to gymnast lover

Vladimir Putin told the world he was 'in love' today - although it is unclear which of his alleged secret lovers the Russian President was referring too
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